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Learning from the D-Blogs

I have always enjoyed learning something new. I’d prefer that my new knowledge NOT be related to Diabetes but – you take what you can get.

I keep juice boxes in my car most of the year. And I have to be honest, sucking down a box of hot juice in August is not fun. But, even less fun is trying to suck down a partially frozen box of juice in February. Only happened once because – I enjoy learning.

But – I didn’t know that glucose tablets don’t freeze. And I doubt that heat kills them so – My jumbo jar of Wal-Mart glucose tablets will now stay in the car – hot and or cold.

Inserting Dexcom by myself in my arm? There are several d-people who have recorded a bunch of “how to’s.”

The one that helped me was Kim’s – a couple of years ago. I was quite annoying with my Yay! I did its! on Facebook that day. I still ask my husband for help most of the time – cuz it’s easier. But at least I know that I can do it, if I have to do it.

And – I don’t use OmniPod but – the first time I watched Caleb do his – by himself (with a little help/advice) – I was just as thrilled as if I’d been his mom. He was so proud and it gave me the courage to keep on working on this d-stuff, even when it’s not easy. He’s older now – and even cuter!

So – d-bloggers need to keep on teaching. You never know who you’re giving some much needed courage to keep on keeping on.

2 thoughts on “Learning from the D-Blogs”

As I very anxiously await the arrival of my Vibe pump I’m trying to learn as much as I can absorb about pumping, infusion sets, how to determine the correct insulin carb ratio, how to sleep with an insulin pump, and a whole bunch of other concerns that pop into my head around 2 in the morning. This is like going back to grad school. I’m very grateful for all of the encouragement and practical assistance offered by the DOC. Thanks Colleen for your support!